Nursery Manager

Additional Resources; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in early years education seeks a Nursery Manager to lead their dynamic team in London. The role involves managing staff, overseeing curriculum planning, and ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits, while making a significant impact on children's education and development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Childcare discount

Health and wellbeing support

Free on-site parking

Ongoing CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Nursery Manager or similar.
• Experience in Early Years in a managerial role is essential.
• Paediatric First Aid and Safeguarding trained.

Responsibilities

• Oversee curriculum planning and ensure positive outcomes for children.
• Manage daily operations and lead the nursery staff.
• Implement marketing strategies and support staff recruitment.

Skills

Staff Management

Curriculum Planning

Child Development Knowledge

Safeguarding Awareness

Communication Skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Working towards Level 4 in Early Years

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nursery Manager to join a values-driven early years setting known for its pioneering approach to education.

As a Nursery Manager, you will lead and manage all nursery staff, including performance monitoring and development.

This full-time role offers a salary range of £45,000 - £48,000 and benefits.

You will be responsible for:

• Oversee curriculum planning in line with EYFS and inclusive learning principles.
• Monitor teaching quality and ensure positive outcomes for all children.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring full compliance with safeguarding policies.
• Maintain strong relationships with parents, carers, and external partners.
• Manage daily operations, ensuring a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
• Collaborate on financial planning and manage nursery budgets.
• Implement marketing strategies to support enrolment and community engagement.
• Support staff recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing training.

What we are looking for:

• Previously worked as a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, Childcare Manager, EYFS Manager, Early Years Manager,Nursery Head, Head of Nursery or in a similar role.
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Head, and/or at least 5 years' experience as a Deputy Head in Early Years.
• Background in staff management, performance evaluation, and policy implementation.
• Hold Level 3 qualification in Early Years and working towards Level 4.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, curriculum planning, and child development
• In-depth understanding of safeguarding, SEN provision, and equality practices.
• Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment trained.
• Enhanced DBs check.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Childcare discount
• Staff meals and refreshments
• Free on-site parking
• Health and wellbeing support
• Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
• Supportive leadership and friendly team culture

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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